You're eating a sandwich on a Sunday afternoon and relaxing by the TV. You get up to refresh that drink, and you come back to find that sandwich being devoured by the rascally dog that's supposed to be your "best friend."

Let's face the facts: having a child with a mental challenge of any kind is rapidly becoming a normal situation in our society. I applaud families who are doing their best, but there are many helpful options not being considered in these situations.